Welcome to the IAPT

In 1991 the Irish Association of Physical Therapists (IAPT) was established as the Professional Body ensuring excellence in the field of musculoskeletal health. The IAPT represents its members who practice Physical Therapy throughout Ireland. Physical Therapy as practiced by its members has developed over the past 13 years as a separate and distinct form of assessment, treatment and management of musculoskeletal disorders.

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Common Problems

Many people develop stiff and sore necks overtime. This problem is often posture related and made worse by desk-work and stress. Your physical therapist will help you by diagnosing and treating the cause and giving you guidance on how to prevent the problem from reoccurring.<< Click here for more details

Pain in the lower back comes in many variations and forms and can vary from an irritating ache to a searing life altering pain. All pain in the lower back should be treated seriously and attended to before symptoms become intolerable. There are many different causes to lower back pain and its not uncommon for several to be present simultaneously. Your Physical Therapist has an array of exercises to assist your lower back health. << Click here for more details

Pain in the shoulders is common and can be difficult to fix as most shoulder injury occurs over an extended period. Other shoulder injuries happen quickly as a result of a fall or commonly a car crash where the belt runs over the shoulder. Physical therapists are well equipped to fix shoulder problems but they take time and the client has to engage in the rehabilitation exercises to gain the maximum from their treatment. << Click here for more details

Osteoarthritis is a common condition that can cause pain and swelling in the joints. It is usually caused by wear and tear and the aging process. The weight bearing joints of the body are often affected first e.g. Knees, hips and spine. Pain and discomfort levels very much depend on the individual and the stage of their condition. Your Physical Therapist
can provide you with treatments, exercise programs and advice on how to help relieve your symptoms and minimise further wear and tear where possible. << Click here for more details